October weather forecast
Rochester, KY

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Rochester, Kentucky, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

Onset of October witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) in September to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). Throughout October, the nighttime temperature averages to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.2 rainfall days, and 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Rochester. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Rochester, the average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In Rochester, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in October transforms into this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Rochester, in October, the average high-temperature is 68.2°F (20.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month in Rochester?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Rochester in October?

In Rochester, in October, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Rochester, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Rochester, KY

Average temperature in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Rochester, KY

Average pressure in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rochester, KY

Average wind speed in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average wind speed in October: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Rochester, KY

Average humidity in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Rochester, KY

Average rainfall in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Rochester, KY

Average rainfall days in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rochester, KY

Average snowfall in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rochester, KY

Average snowfall days in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rochester, KY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rochester, KY

Average sunshine days in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Rochester, KY

Average UV index in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Rochester, KY

Average cloud cover in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Rochester, KY

Average visibility in October - Rochester, KY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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